Steveston Fish Market

Visit the Steveston Fish Market for fresh seafood direct from fishers at Fisherman's Wharf, Richmond, BC, in the heart of the historic fishing village of Steveston.

Welcome to our Steveston Fish Market page. Here, we will keep you up-to-date on fish market activities and events. Launched in 1989, the Steveston Fish Market, or Public Fish Sales Float as it is officially
known, attracts thousands of visitors to Steveston's redeveloped waterfront. Steveston, once a major center for canned salmon, shipping product worldwide from what was once the world's busiest fishing port, is an appropriate backdrop for the fish market.

The Steveston Fish Market is a welcome addition to Steveston, with its historic sites, restaurants, parks and the Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market. Fresh caught BC seafood is a healthy dietary choice and even more so in this fresh-air environment.

When visiting the Steveston Fish Market, you can expect the following:

  • Fresh and frozen-at-sea salmon, prawns, shrimp, sardine, halibut, cod, tuna and other seasonal seafood
  • Great views of the river, harbor and Steveston Landing
  • Photo opportunities at every turn
  • Music by talented local musicians on Steveston Landing
  • Ready-to-eat food and refreshments onshore
  • Lots of fresh-off-the-ocean sea breezes
  • Great people watching of residents and visitors from around the world
  • Miscellaneous entertainment throughout the season
  • Right in the village, at Fisherman's Wharf and near cafes, restaurants, shops, historic sites and parks
  • The Steveston Fish Market is open year-round from approximately 8 AM to 5 PM (varies with each fisher) seven days a week. More fishers sell on weekends–Friday through Sunday–with smaller numbers of fishers selling during the week. There is no office number to call for more information, as each fisher does his or her own thing. Fishers fish and sell to fit their schedule which varies with the weather and seasonal stock openings. Other than this page, the Steveston Harbour Authority is the only other site with information.

    The Steveston Fish Market (Public Fish Sales Float) is located at 3800 Bayview Street, Steveston Village (Richmond), BC. Wheelchair accessible.

    Steveston
    Fish Market Bulletin Board

    Welcome to theSteveston Fish Market Bulletin Board, giving locals, visitors and fishers a chance to talk about the Steveston Fish Market.

    This is a good place for visitors to ask questions about the Steveston Fish Market.

    If you are a Captain of a fishing vessel with a planned stop at the Steveston Fish Market feel free to announce your catch here. Or use your mobile phone to email me at stevestonivillage(AT)gmail.com and I'll announce your catch for you.

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    When can i buy sea urchins?  I just came to sea the market but none of them were open:-( about what time can ibuy some sea urchin???

    Dungeness Crab  Is fresh dungeness crab available this season? I'm hoping to purchase fresh crab tomorrow.

    Fresh Cod for Sale?  Hi there! Anybody know if I can pick up a fresh cod on Friday, July 29th? I'll need it by noon at the latest, preferably earlier in the day though!

    When are Crab and Prawn Boats in the Harbor?  Just curious, but when do the prawn/crab boats come in? Are they seasonal? Are they there 7 days a week? What time of day? Reply : Thanks for asking,...

    Determine Ahead of Time What Seafood is Being Sold Off the Boats  My wife and I really enjoy visting Steveston throughout the year. We usually try to hit the wharf to purchase salmon (specifically Sockeye) and other ...

    Oolichans?  Does anyone know when the oolichans are going to be available? I know it is usually sometime between now and May. Are they in yet?

    Cleaning the Salmon  We were over at Steveston on Saturday, August 13 to buy some fish from the Sockeye run. We purchased 7 fish from one of the boats but did not realize ...

    Public Fish Sales Float - Info on available seafood.  Here is a link to the website for the Steveston Harbour Authority with a list of what is available from the
    fishing vessels at the Public Sales Float....

    Herring  Can you please tell me when and where I can buy herring as I want to make my own pickled herring this Christmas 2011.

    Thanks,

    where can I find information about fishing seasons?  Hello, where can I find information about fishing seasons? Is it the same each year? Thanks.

    Ooligans>>>>  People were looking for Ooligans...Well Robs Baits (604-274.6600)Gets them in from Kenai (Alaska)So if you are looking for them,give him a call....

    Where can I buy sablefish this time of season?  We are looking for whole sablefish at Steveston fish market.

    What time on week day mornings do the docks have fish for sale?  What time on week day mornings do the docks have fish for sale? Reply : Thanks for asking, Russell. As answered many times in FAQ before and on our ...

    Can I buy fresh sockeye today Sept. 8th?  Can I buy fresh sockeye today Sept. 8th? Reply : Thank you for asking, Lynn. The fact is, I don't really know. The sockeye season is over, although ...

    Is fresh-caught salmon being sold today?  Are they still selling fresh caught salmon at Steveston today August 29? We are coming from North Vancouver. Please reply ASAP. Reply : Thanks for asking,...

    What time do the fishing boats dock to sell fresh sockeye?  Please let me know what time I can buy Sockeye in the morning at Steveston? Reply : Depends on the fisher, but is usually 8 am, Ron. Regards, Dave Davis
    ...

    Can I buy fresh sockeye salmon during weekdays?  I am writing to inquire if you are able to buy fresh sockeye salmon on weekdays, as well as Friday to Sunday? Is there a particular day that is better ...

    What time of day do the fishing boats dock to sell fresh fish?  What time of day do the fishing boats dock to sell fresh fish? Reply : Thank you for asking. As answered many times in our FAQ pages, there is no set ...

    Fish Market Boats Selling Wild Salmon  Might you have a list of names and phone numbers for the fish market boats that sell wild salmon from the Steveston dock? We have misplaced the business ...

    Where can I buy rock cod?  Where can I buy rock cod? Reply : Thanks for asking, Liam. The boat, Sena II sells rock cod when in port. Keep abreast of Fish Market news at our web ...

    Which boats are fishing for sockeye salmon?  Which boats are fishing for sockeye salmon? Reply : Thanks for asking, Bob. Unless some of the fishers go far afield where sockeye are in season, there ...

    When will fresh sardines be available?  When will fresh sardines be available? We have been to the village three times last year and missed the sales. Will there be advance notice this time?...

    How do I get a job on a fishing boat?  Hi, I know that Steveston has a large number of fishing boats, so I was wondering how could I get a job aboard said boats? Thanks. Reply : Thanks for ...

    Where can I buy fresh Salmon in May?  Where can I buy fresh salmon in Steveston for a family reunion for over 30 people? How much is the salmon. This is very important as it's hard to find ...

    Is the Public Fish Sales Float open Easter weekend?  Hi, I just wondering, is the Public Fish Sales Float at Fisherman's Wharf open on April 12th (Easter Sunday)? Please let me know if you have a chance....

    When is the Steveston public fish sales open and closed?  I am going to have a short visit to Vancouver on Dec. 2-3 and wishing to stop by Steveston Village to see the fisherman selling the fresh seafood. Would ...

    The black cod—Sable—from Fisherman's Wharf was so good, wants more  I bought a whole of black cod from a big ship in Steveston two weeks ago. It tastes so good. I want to buy more next Saturday. I am wondering if it is ...

    Where can I get my frozen salmon cut into steaks?  I have a frozen whole salmon, approx. 20 lbs. Do you know where I could take it to have it cut into steaks? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. Reply ...

    What fish draw people to Fisherman's Wharf?  What kind of fish people bring to wharf in general? Reply : In general, Joan, it's most likely the salmon, tuna, halibut, sardines and shrimp/prawns. Enjoy,...

    Where can I buy whole tuna in Steveston?  Could you tell me where I can get the whole tuna (Albacore tuna) in your village? Last week I stopped by Steveston to purchase that, but I couldn't. Reply ...

    Looking for catch of the day info  Hi. I Googled this website to find the names and phone numbers of "fresh fish for sale." I note sadly, that your site does not seem to have said number....

    Can We Buy Fresh Seafood in Steveston Village On a Weekday?  My family and I are thinking about stopping in Steveston on May 1st and we're wondering if there will be any places open at that time to purchase some ...

    What are the public fish sales float hours?  How long is the fish market open until on Wednesdays? Reply : Thanks for asking, Jenny. It varies, Jenny. If there's any fishers selling, they usually ...

    Do Off Boat Fish Sales Run All Year?  Can you tell me if the off boat fish sales run all year? Reply : This is an often asked question. I was told by Jaime Da Costa, Office Administrator,...



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